Yuto Sano's Gokurakugai has quickly gained a devoted fan base with its captivating storyline and compelling characters, even though only 12 chapters have been released. With its potential for growth and increasing popularity, the manga has found its own unique niche and could potentially rival some of the industry's biggest names.
Excitement was recently sparked among fans when Yuto Sano, the creator of the manga, hinted at a significant announcement planned for Jump Festa 2023. The lack of specific details surrounding this announcement has left fans curious and buzzing with speculation about what it could involve.
Gokurakugai fans unsure of what could be on the horizon
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Manga Mogura RE (@MangaMoguraRE), a well-respected Twitter account famous for its daily manga news updates, was among the first to break this news. This immediately grabbed the interest of manga enthusiasts around the globe. The official announcement is scheduled to take place on December 16, 2023, the opening day of Jump Festa 2023.
Given that the manga was serialized in Shueisha’s Monthly Jump Square, the pacing had raised concerns among many fans regarding the possibility of an anime adaptation.
The current state of the series, with only eleven chapters and no overarching plot, makes the possibility of an anime adaptation seem highly unlikely. This is particularly true as the series consists of just two volumes, totaling six chapters, and there are still five chapters yet to be published in a tankobon volume.
Comments were made regarding @MangaMoguraRE's tweet about the mysterious announcement of Gokurakugai (Image via Our Website).
Nonetheless, there exists a one-shot manga called 'Gokurakugai: Sanbandori Ken' (極楽街三番通の件), also referred to as 'The Gokuraku District's Third Avenue Incident.' This version acts as a sort of precursor, offering insight into the early experiences of Alma and Tao, the series' main characters. This opens up the possibility of an OVA, although this, too, has yet to be confirmed.
An OVA release can be a useful promotional tool, potentially increasing the popularity of the series by attracting more viewers who believe it deserves attention. It is also possible that the series will be serialized in the Weekly Shonen Jump, considering fans' impatience with the monthly release schedule as the story becomes more exciting and curiosity builds.
Although there are several potential possibilities for the upcoming announcement, fans will have to be patient as they wait for the optimal outcome.
About Gokurakugai:
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Gokurakugai, the vibrant and energetic working-class district, draws its name from its lively surroundings. However, this otherwise ordinary realm has come under invasion by a menacing force known as Maga/Calamity - a demonic species that thrives on devouring human flesh.
In the midst of this turmoil, the district finds solace in the Antimaga Organization. Led by a small group of mysterious individuals, this organization holds the crucial knowledge and skills required to safeguard the neighborhood by tracking down and eliminating the Maga creatures.
Tao and Alma are the dynamic duo behind the Troubleshooter branch, dedicated to unraveling mysteries of the supernatural. Their exceptional skills and unwavering determination position them as the final safeguard for their district, guarding against the impending chaos that looms over the world.
Keep an eye out for the latest news and updates on the Gokurakugai manga as we journey through 2023.